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NEW! Members of the House who wish to possess a firearm on House property must obtain a firearm license issued by the Inspector General. Further, each firearm on House property must be registered with the Inspector General.
Application for Firearm License (1032) Registration of Firearm (1034)

Tim Cavinder, Inspector General

Mr. Cavinder was confirmed by the House of Commons on July 1, 2024.

Previous Secretaries

Purpose

The Office of Inspector General purpose is:

To conduct evaluations and investigations of conflicts or disputes in the House

To provide oversight of the House and its Agnecies

Find and report weaknesses in programs and operations within the House

Receive and evaluate allegations of fraud, waste, abuse, or mismanagement in House or Agency programs and operations